What we do
How we demonstrate our impact
The difference our visits make every single day
At Pets As Therapy, we see the difference our visits make every single day, the smiles, the calmer conversations, the moments of connection. But we also know it’s important to show that impact clearly, so supporters, partners and volunteers can see exactly how their time, energy and donations change lives.
How we measure our impact
We measure our impact in a few key ways:
- Volunteer and establishment feedback – We regularly hear from the people we visit and from our volunteers about the difference therapy pets make, from lifting spirits to improving confidence and communication.
- Case studies and stories – Real-life examples bring our work to life, showing how even a short visit can ease anxiety, reduce loneliness and create lasting memories.
- Surveys and wellbeing assessments – We work with schools, hospitals, care homes and other settings to understand the positive changes that follow a PAT visit.
- Visit numbers and reach – We track how many volunteers, pets and visits we deliver across the UK, ensuring we’re reaching as many people as possible.
By combining inspirational stories with measurable outcomes, we can show the true power of pet therapy – proving that a wagging tail or gentle purr can do something quite remarkable.